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Mine Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor

Contact Information

Rodney Brown
1100 Wilson Boulevard, 21st Floor
Arlington, VA 22209

1-800-746-1553 (Voice - Toll-free), Mine Accident or Emergency Reporting Line
1-800-746-1554 (Voice - Toll-free), Hazardous Condition Reporting Line
202-693-9400 (Voice),
202-693-9401 (FAX),

Internet Resources

www.msha.gov/

Abstract

The mission of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is to administer the provisions of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (Mine Act) and to enforce compliance with mandatory safety and health standards as a means to eliminate fatal accidents; to reduce the frequency and severity of nonfatal accidents; to minimize health hazards; and to promote improved safety and health conditions in the Nation's mines.

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Notes

deleted e-mail address--MP 2.14.13: Deleted org from HF database. According to MSHA staff member, Rodney Brown:" This is not a “health” agency. This agency inspects mining operations and employs MINE INSPECTORS." - RY

Audit

Date Entered: 8/1/2000
Date Edited: 12/19/2012
Date Revised: 2/8/2013
Health Referral Number: HR3366
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